WDTC Announces Slate for 2017 Municipal Elections

 

From Left: Candidates Ernie Ricco, Bo Mitchell, Paul Burnham (Nomination Committee Chair), Eric Fanwick, Gretchen Jeanes, Caucus Chair Tom Dubin, Tom GUnther, Deborah Low

At its caucus Wednesday July 19, 2017 the Democratic Town Committee approved its slate of candidates for local fall elections.

“I am excited about the high caliber of our candidates being put forward by our caucus. They will serve Wilton well,” said Deb McFadden, Wilton DTC Chair who herself will be running for Board of Selectmen.

See the full slate on our Campaign page

“It is in the best interest of Wilton that there be Democrats represented on all boards and commissions for balance,” said Tom Dubin, DTC Vice-chair and Chair of Wednesday night’s caucus. “This strong line-up more than fulfills that goal.”

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